Description
Unboxing & Hardware Overview
- Manufacturer & Architecture: General Electric (GE Industrial Systems / Speedtronic Mark V Platform)
- Part Number / Model: DS200SDCCG5AHD (Functional Acronym: SDCC)
- Product Type: Drive Control Board Assembly (Group 5 Variant)
- Physical Dimensions: Standard multi-layer printed circuit board assembly featuring specialized daughterboard mounting standoffs and interface pin headers
- Estimated Shipping Weight: ~1.2 lbs (0.55 kg net / approx. 1.2 kg packed)
- Primary Condition Status: Factory New / New Surplus / Refurbished Tested options available (verify specific lot status with provider prior to dispatch)
Product Introduction
The GE DS200SDCCG5AHD is an advanced drive control printed circuit board engineered for the Speedtronic Mark V gas and steam turbine control system (alongside related industrial exciter applications). Functioning as a high-performance SDCC board, it integrates complete control circuitry, software execution layers, and high-speed multi-processor architecture to govern precision speed, torque, and excitation regulation.
The board features advanced Xilinx integrated logic components, a shared dual-access RAM layout, and modular connection points for daughterboards, allowing it to process complex motor and drive control loops reliably within heavy industrial environments.
Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Product Model | DS200SDCCG5AHD (SDCC) |
| System Compatibility | GE Speedtronic Mark V Gas, Steam, and Industrial Drive Control Systems |
| Board Classification | Drive Control Board / Primary Controller Module |
| Processor Architecture | Multi-microprocessor layout including Drive Control Processor (DCP), Motor Control Processor (MCP), and Co-Motor Processor (CMP) |
| Hardware Revisions | Group 5 variant (G5), Revision A (A), Artwork Revision HD (HD) |
| Interface Elements | Vertical pin connectors, jumper switches, DIP switches, reset button, and daughterboard standoffs |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +65°C (-22°F to 149°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Compliance & Standards Alignment
- Designed and manufactured in strict compliance with heavy industrial electrical specifications for power generation and turbine management networks.
- Incorporates factory-applied industrial conformal coating to protect sensitive trace circuits and semiconductor pins from ambient humidity, airborne dust, and oxidation.
Technical Note: Note that within the SDCC board product line, G1, G3, G4, and G5 hardware versions exist (no G2 versions were ever manufactured). Ensure that your replacement part matches the exact group and software revision configuration of your existing panel.
Storage & Asset Preservation Guidelines
- Store the circuit board hermetically sealed inside its original metallized anti-static (ESD) shielding bag to safeguard sensitive microprocessors and logic chips from electrostatic discharge.
- Maintain warehouse storage conditions where relative humidity is strictly kept below 60% to prevent edge-connector pin corrosion.
- Avoid mechanical stacking or heavy pressure on the board to prevent structural micro-fractures in the multi-layer printed circuit substrate.
Physical Installation Prerequisites
- Ensure that all system power supplies and control cabinet feeds are completely de-energized and locked out (LOTO) prior to handling, insertion, or card replacement.
- Slide the board carefully into its designated slot within the Mark V control core, ensuring clean and secure pin engagement with backplane headers.
- Verify that all faceplate mounting fasteners are tightened correctly to withstand continuous industrial plant vibration.
Buyer’s FAQ & Logistics
Q: What Harmonized System (HS) code applies to this Mark V drive control board?
A: Industrial electronic control system printed circuit assemblies and processor parts typically classify under HS code 8538.90 (parts suitable for use solely or principally with control apparatus). Confirm final classification parameters with your licensed customs broker.
Q: Is the DS200SDCCG5AHD backward compatible with earlier G1 or G4 SDCC boards?
A: Direct interchangeability depends on system software constants, hardware jumper layouts, and specific rack configurations. Always cross-reference your Mark V panel documentation and software version before swapping board tiers.
Q: Is the listed online price final for procurement?
A: Note: Price is subject to market conditions and available surplus inventory levels; contact our technical sales desk for a formal, time-sensitive quotation.
